“60 Minutes of Sports,” a collaboration between CBS News and Showtime, will debut on cable’s Showtime in November, the networks announced Thursday. The monthly magazine will feature two original segments and one recycled “60 Minutes” sports-related story.

The top-rated newsmagazine’s correspondents, including Steve Kroft, Lara Logan and Scott Pelley, will contribute to the new sports magazine. Timeslot is still to be determined, as are the contents of the first hour.

“60 Minutes of Sports” will be co-executive produced by CBS News Chairman and “60 Minutes” Executive Producer Jeff Fager and Bill Owens, the Executive Editor of “60 Minutes.” It’s a win-win for the two CBS-owned companies, giving Showtime Sports the benefit of a long respected brand and giving “60 Minutes” pieces added exposure and longer life.

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